Moving from Sacramento to Seattle: 2026 Cost & Time
750 mi · interstate
Typical cost, 2-bedroom home
$2,350–$3,500
Distance
750 mi
Drive time
~12 hrs
Typical transit
2–6 days
Off-peak baseline from our published rate model · how we calculate
Sacramento to Seattle runs the I-5 West Coast corridor with steady two-way volume. A two-day dedicated run is common; the rainy Seattle off-season (November–March) is where the best pricing sits.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,125 | $1,375 | $1,675 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,500 | $1,825 | $2,225 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,350 | $2,875 | $3,500 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,400 | $4,150 | $5,075 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,700 | $5,725 | $6,975 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $5,700 | $6,950 | $8,475 |
What affects your Sacramento → Seattle cost
- Around 750 miles, Sacramento to Seattle sits in the middle per-mile tier, so distance and home size pull on the price about equally.
- Booking 3–4 weeks out, and avoiding the last five days of the month, is the simplest way to lower this quote.
- Full packing and specialty items (piano, gym equipment, oversized furniture) are the add-ons most likely to change your final number.
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Sacramento to Seattle moving FAQ
A 2-bedroom move from Sacramento to Seattle typically costs $2,350–$3,500 off-peak. Smaller homes (studio/1BR) run less; a 4–5 bedroom home can run $5,700–$8,475.
The route is about 750 miles (~12 hours of driving). Carriers typically deliver in 2–6 days depending on consolidation and season.
October through April, mid-month, on a weekday. Peak season (May–September) adds about 15%, and the last five days of any month add roughly 8%.
Yes, this is an interstate move (CA to WA), so any mover you hire must hold active USDOT and FMCSA operating authority. We only refer licensed, insured carriers.
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